This crockpot chicken uses a dry rub rather than a liquid barbecue sauce. Unlike many crockpot chicken recipes, which produce a pale result, this one results in chicken drumsticks and thighs with a gorgeous browned finish, perfect for these less expensive cuts. Designed for the new versaware crock-pot, you can still use your old slow cooker. Simply brown the chicken on the stovetop before adding to the crock pot.